Custom Folded Clothing Labels: Types, Uses & Placement Guide

Custom Folded Clothing Labels: Types, Uses & Placement Guide

LIJIE Factory (China)offers a wide range of folded clothing labels, including:

a. End Fold Labels

b. Manhattan Fold Labels

c. Center Fold Labels

d. Mitre Fold Labels

e. Loop Fold Labels

f. Straight Cut Labels

All folded labels can be customized with brand logos, sizing information, care instructions, and more. LIJIE Factory also provides stitching services to attach labels to various garment locations, such as shoulders, necklines, waistbands, or side seams.

Folded Label Options

1. End Fold Labels

End fold labels are folded at both ends and sewn into garment seams or hems. This design offers a clean, professional look and prevents raw edges.

a. Easy to apply without extra stitching

b. Common materials: cotton, polyester, nylon

c. Customizable with logos, sizes, wash instructions

2. Manhattan Fold Labels

These labels are first center-folded and then folded again at the top, providing high flexibility and customization.

Common Placement Areas:

1. Back Neck Area– Sewn into the neckline seam, often used for care and size labels.

2. Side Seams– Positioned near the bottom hem.

3. Waistband or Hip Area– Suitable for pants or skirts.

4. Cuffs– Folded and secured with stitching, buttons, or snaps.

3. Center Fold Labels

Center fold labels are folded in the middle, similar to hem tags. Edges should have at least 5mm seam allowance to prevent skin irritation.

Typical Uses:

a. Brand/Main Labels– Boost brand recognition and loyalty

b. Size Labels– Help consumers choose the right size

c. Composition Labels– Indicate fabric materials

d. Care Labels– Provide garment maintenance instructions

e. Function Labels– Highlight special features like waterproof or breathable

Material Traits:Soft, smooth, durable

4. Mitre Fold Labels

These labels are folded at both ends into angled points, offering extra stitching security. They are commonly used for high-end brand or neck labels.

a. Suitable for: necklines, waistbands, inner side seams

b. Available in woven or printed fabric

c. Durable, abrasion-resistant, colorfast

5. Loop Fold Labels

The ends of the label are folded to form a loop and sewn into the garment’s interior. They are soft and comfortable, ideal for high-end or custom garments.

a. Placement options: neckline, cuffs, waistband, underwear, socks, etc.

b. Securely attached and long-lasting

6. Straight Cut Labels

These labels are cut with straight edges, making them easy to process and cost-effective—ideal for mass-market products.

a. Commonly used in: apparel, outerwear, hats, bags, furniture, etc.

b. Compatible with: satin labels, care labels, cotton labels

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